Death of the 60/40 Portfolio? | Ep #248

Is the market falling apart—or is money simply rotating?

In this episode of Payne Points of Wealth, Bob, Ryan, Chris, and Courtney explain why semiconductor stocks and the Magnificent Seven are struggling while energy, commodities, value stocks, REITs, international stocks, and emerging markets continue to perform.

The team discusses why diversification is winning in 2026, whether Wall Street’s AI earnings expectations have become too optimistic, and why the biggest long-term AI winners may be companies outside the technology sector.

They also examine:

• Whether the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates• How oil prices, tariffs, and reshoring could affect inflation• Why companies are rehiring workers after AI-related layoffs• How baby boomer wealth is supporting consumer spending and housing• Where investors may find growth beyond the Magnificent Seven

The key takeaway: money is not necessarily leaving the market. It may be rotating into overlooked sectors and asset classes—and investors who stay diversified could be better positioned for what comes next.